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Kenya Railways Bans Filming on Tracks

Patricia Waigwa
Kenya Railways has issued a strict public warning. It prohibits filming and photography on railway tracks. Therefore, the directive took effect on May 6, 2026. It targets content creators across digital platforms. Rail Tracks Declared Restricted and Dangerous The corporation classified rail
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Mohamed Warsame Sworn In as Supreme Court Judge

Patricia Waigwa
Mohamed Warsame officially joined Kenya’s highest court. He was sworn in on May 7, 2026. Therefore, the ceremony took place at State House Nairobi. President William Ruto presided over the event. Warsame Joins Supreme Court Bench Justice Warsame now serves on the Supreme Court. He becomes the court’s 14th judge. Additionally, he fills a vacant […]
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Contractors Eye Billions From Housing Levy Projects

Patricia Waigwa
Kenyan contractors are projected to make huge profits. The gains come from affordable housing projects nationwide. According to a May 2026 report, developers may earn KSh 85.66 billion. This represents a 30 percent profit margin. Therefore, the figures have sparked public debate. Many analysts question the sustainability of the returns. Massive Profits from Housing Levy
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Wandayi Explains Kenya’s Fuel Shortage Crisis

Patricia Waigwa
Opiyo Wandayi has addressed concerns over fuel shortages. He blamed the disruption on technical and administrative challenges. Therefore, the government moved quickly to calm motorists. Officials assured Kenyans that fuel stocks remain sufficient. Technical Hitch Disrupted Fuel Distribution The Energy Ministry released a statement on May 6, 2026. It explained the source of
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CS Deborah Barasa Orders Pollution Crackdown

Patricia Waigwa
Kenya has intensified efforts to tackle pollution nationwide. The Environment Cabinet Secretary has issued strict directives to National Environment Management Authority. Therefore, authorities aim to restore environmental health. They are targeting hazardous waste and urban pollution. Nationwide Removal of Asbestos Roofing The government has prioritized asbestos removal.
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Museveni Set for Seventh Term Swearing-In in Uganda

Patricia Waigwa
President Yoweri Museveni has secured another electoral victory. However, his official swearing-in is scheduled for May 12, 2026. Therefore, the delay follows constitutional and legal procedures. He will begin a seventh term after completing his current mandate. Standard Electoral Transition Timeline Uganda follows a structured electoral calendar. General elections took
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Postmortem Reveals Cause of Dr. Obwaka’s Death

Patricia Waigwa
A postmortem has confirmed the cause of death of Dr. Job Obwaka. He died from cardiac arrest linked to an underlying heart condition. Therefore, the findings were released on May 5, 2026. They followed his sudden collapse days earlier. Veteran Doctor Collapses in Kitengela Dr. Obwaka collapsed on May 1, 2026. The incident occurred while […]
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ASAP Credit, Weritas Launch Programme to Open Kenya’s Micro-Lending Market to Investors

Alfonce Mutuku
NAIROBI, May 2, 2026 — ASAP Credit and Weritas have launched a structured finance programme to open Kenya’s women-led micro-lending market to institutional investors. The two firms aim to connect regulated loan portfolios to global capital. As a result, they expect to expand funding for underserved borrowers across the country. Focus on women and small […]
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Ruto Makes History Addressing Tanzania’s Parliament in Dodoma

Patricia Waigwa
President William Ruto has made history in East Africa. He became the first sitting Kenyan president to address Tanzania’s Parliament. Therefore, the landmark event took place on May 5, 2026. It occurred in Dodoma during a state visit. Strengthening Kenya–Tanzania Brotherhood Ruto delivered his address to the Tanzanian Parliament (Bunge). He emphasized unity between Kenya